When I read the article on Slashdot & OSNews that Linare was putting out a sub-$500 notebook, I immediately jumped on the deal. I purchased a laptop directly from Linare in early February. Their site stated that I would receive the laptop in 2-4 weeks. I waited in anticipation.

Thank you for the great review. I think this will have people thinking twice before ordering from the Linare company. I hate to be the odd man out, but I think you should have still reported them to the BBB. I know they eventually sent you the laptop but they didn't live up to a standard user's expectation.